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LM08 ZXW

2008 Citroen Xsara

Red Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,582 mi
Last recorded47,582 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 ZXW
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 47,582 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 42,843 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2024 37,656 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 32,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 32,675 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 31,273 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 30,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 29,504 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 28,469 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 14 May 2018 26,783 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 25,574 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust box bracket broken/corroded but system adequately supported

Pass 16 May 2016 23,725 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 21,755 miles

Nearside exterior rear view mirror damaged

Pass 19 May 2014 19,617 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 16,948 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall slightly perished

Pass 23 May 2012 15,057 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,581 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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LM08 ZXW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Red with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM08 ZXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LM08 ZXW?

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What year was LM08 ZXW registered?

LM08 ZXW is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is LM08 ZXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 ZXW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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